Deloitte Future of M&A Trends Survey: Dealmaker Optimism Remains High as Alternatives to Traditional M&A Take Center Stage

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Despite ongoing economic uncertainty amidst a global pandemic, many dealmakers remain optimistic about the outlook for the year ahead as they increasingly pursue alternative merger and acquisition (M&A) methods to navigate the crisis and pursue new disruptive business growth strategies. According to Deloitte?s new ?Future of M&A Trends Survey?, more than 6 in 10 survey respondents expect U.S. M&A activity to return to pre-COVID-19 levels within the next 12 months.

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Physical Security Integration: Unlocking its Full Potential

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For any operation with assets needing to be protected from theft or vandalism ? such as car dealerships, truck fleets, equipment rental companies, or contractor lots ? fully integrating the latest capabilities of physical security and access control systems can drive down costs significantly. This ?virtual? approach combines
video surveillance, access control, and IT integration to replace many of the functions of in-person security personnel.

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BCD Develops Harmonize VMware Plug-in for REVOLV

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BCD International released its Harmonize Conductor VMware plug-in, exclusively available on its REVOLV portfolio of hybrid hyper-converged infrastructure (hHCI) products. REVOLV is an innovative hHCI solution that reduces or even eliminates inefficiencies often presented by infrastructure in the video surveillance space: large hardware footprint, high power and cooling costs, multiple OS, and software systems, and limited resources dedicated to each server.

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Johnson Controls Strengthens its Tyco Illustra Essentials Camera Range

Tyco Illustra Essentials

Johnson Controls has added four new models to its Tyco Illustra Essentials IP camera range. The new fourth-generation Essentials mini-dome, varifocal mini-dome, bullet, and varifocal bullet cameras, which supersede their respective older models, are all equipped with built-in adaptive IR illumination which enables them to capture up to two-megapixel HD resolution images of objects in total darkness up to a distance of 30m (98ft).

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Aiphone’s Select IX Series Receive UL Standard 62368-1 for Audio/Video Certification

AiPhone IX Series

Aiphone and security communication products announced that 14 of its most popular IX Series IP video intercom stations and components have received certification from UL, an independent global safety science company that tests and certifies products. The IX Series IP video intercom stations and components which received UL certification were tested under UL standard, 62368-1, for audio/video, information, and communication technology equipment.

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WatchGuard Expands Channel Program, Unleashes Endpoint Security Solutions

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WatchGuard Technologies announced that both its existing and newly added partners from the Panda Security acquisition now have access to the full suite of products and services from both companies via WatchGuard?s worldwide network of authorized distributors. Panda products are now available individually and through Passport, WatchGuard?s bundle of user-centric security services.

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HID Global Announces Comprehensive Public Key Infrastructure-as-a Service

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HID Global announced its HID HydrantID Account Certificate Manager solution. The cloud-based Public Key Infrastructure as a Service (PKIaaS) platform enables organizations to easily deploy and access private Certificate Authorities. It also provides comprehensive management and robust automation of both privately issued certificates and trusted SSL/TLS certificates. The HydrantID ACM solution helps organizations create, deploy, manage and control PKI-based authentication

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GSX+ 2020 Innovative Virtual Forum Proves to Be a Success

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The virtual doors have closed on the inaugural Global Security Exchange Plus (GSX+), paving the way for a new generation of virtual and hybrid events moving forward. Presented by ASIS International, GSX+ offered five days filled with live and on-demand education and networking for the global security community. Attendance for the breakthrough event was strong – with more than 4,500 registrants from 82 countries, along with 88 exhibitors populating the virtual Marketplace.

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PureTech Systems? Announces Successful Integration and multiple Deployments with OptaSense

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PureTech Systems announced the successful integration and deployments of PureActiv software with OptaSense Linear Ground Detection Systems (LGDS). The LGDS provides perimeter intrusion detection using advanced distributed acoustic sensing technology capable of detecting, classifying and locating multiple threats in real-time. PureActiv system verifies the detected threats as a person, vehicle, animal, or other.

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New Luxul 4- and 8-Port Gigabit PoE+ Switches Feature Compact Designs for Installation Flexibility

Luxul SW-100-04P

Designed to easily fit behind displays or inside media cabinets, the SW-100-04P and SW-100-08P make it simple for integrators to expand networks with PoE-enabled devices. In addition to a dedicated uplink port for connection to a router or upstream switch, the SW-100-04P features four PoE+ Gigabit ports with a total power budget of 58 Watts, while the SW-100-08P provides eight PoE+ Gigabit ports with a total power budget of 92 Watts.

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HID Global?s Breakthrough Inkjet Printer Introduces Personalized Credential Capabilities to Broader Markets

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HID Global announced HID FARGO INK1000 printer and encoder, the industry?s first thermal inkjet solution that brings secure, personalized credential issuance to entry- and mid-level markets. HID?s latest printer innovation is the first to offer inkjet technology to the global desktop card printer market, enabling cost-effective, high-quality credentials and eliminating the need for specialized card media.

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TRENDnet Introduces World?s First ONVIF Conformant Smart Surveillance Switches

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TRENDnet has announced that its Gigabit PoE+ Smart Surveillance Switch Series is currently shipping and available for purchase. These Smart Surveillance Switches are the first network switches to be designated as ONVIF? Conformant, supporting ONVIF Profile Q. TRENDnet?s Gigabit PoE+ Smart Surveillance Switches are integrated with camera management functions which are easily accessible within the surveillance switch?s user interface.

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Genetec Helps Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Keep Thrill-seekers Safe with Unified Security Platform

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Genetec announced that the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk has recently upgraded its security infrastructure with the Security Center platform. By unifying video and access control park-wide, the park?s security team is able to speed up investigations and emergency response. Touted as the “Coney Island of the West”, the seaside park features about 40 rides, 30 restaurants, 15 retail shops, arcades, miniature golf, bowling, and conference and banquet facilities.

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BCD Releases Dell iDRAC Plug-in for Genetec Security Center

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BCD International released its Harmonize Conductor iDRAC plugin, which integrates with the core Genetec Security Center platform. Built on the Genetec SDK platform, the BCD Conductor leverages many advantages that are found within Security Center such as the creation of entities, event-to-actions, and role fail-over. BCD Conductor enhances the user experience by introducing virtual machine management while staying true to the Genetec platform.

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LenelS2 Introduces Mobile Security User, a Security App for Everyone

Lenel mobile user security app

LenelS2 announced the release of its Mobile Security User app that enhances safety, security and convenience. The Mobile Security User app offers a wide range of security features to LenelS2 NetBox? ecosystem users. With the Mobile Security User app, employees can receive notifications from security personnel, utilize their phone as a mobile credential, escalate threat levels, self-muster during an evacuation event, and more.

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Hanwha Receives UL Cybersecurity Certification for Wisenet 7 Cameras

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Hanwha Techwin America announced that it has received the UL CAP (Cybersecurity Assurance Program) certification for its recently-launched range of IP cameras featuring Wisenet 7 SoC. The UL Cybersecurity Assurance Program (UL CAP) aims to minimize risks by creating standardized, testable criteria for assessing software vulnerabilities and weaknesses in embedded products and systems. This helps reduce exploitation, address known malware, enhance security controls, and expand security awareness.

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